Canada Life | Great-West Life Therapists in West Vancouver, BC
Are you seeking counselling that is neurodivergence-affirming and trauma-informed?
As a neurodivergent myself, I’ll create a space where you’re heard, understood, accepted, and can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, memories, and sensations. We’ll collaboratively explore values that are important to you and what gets in the way of living them out.
Are you seeking counselling that is neurodivergence-affirming and trauma-informed?
As a neurodivergent myself, I’ll create a space where you’re heard, understood, accepted, and can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, memories, and sensations. We’ll collaboratively explore values that are important to you and what gets in the way of living them out.
I offer support to teens, adults and parents who maybe struggling with issues. Whatever the problem it helps to talk and express oneself. Most people feel the benefit of sharing their concerns and learning to gain strength and trying out new coping strategies or finding other supportive measures to assist personal growth. Therapy can be a positive workout for the mind - just like the gym is for our bodies. I look forward to meeting you.
I offer support to teens, adults and parents who maybe struggling with issues. Whatever the problem it helps to talk and express oneself. Most people feel the benefit of sharing their concerns and learning to gain strength and trying out new coping strategies or finding other supportive measures to assist personal growth. Therapy can be a positive workout for the mind - just like the gym is for our bodies. I look forward to meeting you.
It is my great pleasure to work as a Clinical Counsellor for the last 30 years. When I work with people I try to support them to find a more preferred way of being. My focus is to be collaborative. My work is grounded in strength-based approaches that view people as experts in their own lives, instead of viewing them from an expert-center position. My experience has shown me that people feel more in control of their own lives and are self-determining when they play a central role in their counselling. We all have the ability to re-author our lives so that the stories we live are kinder and gentler to us.
It is my great pleasure to work as a Clinical Counsellor for the last 30 years. When I work with people I try to support them to find a more preferred way of being. My focus is to be collaborative. My work is grounded in strength-based approaches that view people as experts in their own lives, instead of viewing them from an expert-center position. My experience has shown me that people feel more in control of their own lives and are self-determining when they play a central role in their counselling. We all have the ability to re-author our lives so that the stories we live are kinder and gentler to us.
There are times when everything feels heavy and difficult. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained? Do you find yourself stuck in painful patterns, struggling with identity, relationships, past trauma, or major life transitions? Emotional pain can feel isolating and confusing, but you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, build resilience, and move toward lasting healing and growth.
There are times when everything feels heavy and difficult. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained? Do you find yourself stuck in painful patterns, struggling with identity, relationships, past trauma, or major life transitions? Emotional pain can feel isolating and confusing, but you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, build resilience, and move toward lasting healing and growth.
Are you anxious (having panic attacks), depressed or stressed out & feeling overwhelmed? Do you need to learn how to manage your mental & emotional well-being during this difficult time? Do you need help to cope with grief & loss? Having difficulty to make decisions? Do you have low levels of self-esteem? Are you scared and/or have OCD symptoms? Does PTSD related to previous traumatic events bother you? Do you have anger issues, or Adjustment difficulties? I have 24 years of experience as a counsellor/psychotherapist and coach helping teens, adult Individuals, couples & families to overcome their distorted thoughts and feelings.
Are you anxious (having panic attacks), depressed or stressed out & feeling overwhelmed? Do you need to learn how to manage your mental & emotional well-being during this difficult time? Do you need help to cope with grief & loss? Having difficulty to make decisions? Do you have low levels of self-esteem? Are you scared and/or have OCD symptoms? Does PTSD related to previous traumatic events bother you? Do you have anger issues, or Adjustment difficulties? I have 24 years of experience as a counsellor/psychotherapist and coach helping teens, adult Individuals, couples & families to overcome their distorted thoughts and feelings.
I work with deep feelers, over-thinkers, and creative hearts navigating personal struggles and high-stress demands. Whether you're facing a rift in your relationships, lost in your identity, or feeling numb at work – we'll explore those patterns keeping you stuck and safely collaborate to get your life back on script.
Additionally, I offer specialized support to the entertainment industry, by bringing a firsthand understanding to film and television workers who just need a therapist that truly "gets" it.
I work with deep feelers, over-thinkers, and creative hearts navigating personal struggles and high-stress demands. Whether you're facing a rift in your relationships, lost in your identity, or feeling numb at work – we'll explore those patterns keeping you stuck and safely collaborate to get your life back on script.
Additionally, I offer specialized support to the entertainment industry, by bringing a firsthand understanding to film and television workers who just need a therapist that truly "gets" it.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counselor with 15+ years' expertise, providing therapeutic support to individuals, youth, couples, and families. My focus goes beyond symptom treatment; I help individuals achieve personal therapeutic goals. With specialized training, I excel in assisting couples and families in crises. Leading impactful group therapy sessions and conducting workshops, I foster positive changes, guiding clients towards an optimistic lifestyle. Over years of practice, I've honed skills in creating connections, helping clients navigate challenges, and promoting higher well-being.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counselor with 15+ years' expertise, providing therapeutic support to individuals, youth, couples, and families. My focus goes beyond symptom treatment; I help individuals achieve personal therapeutic goals. With specialized training, I excel in assisting couples and families in crises. Leading impactful group therapy sessions and conducting workshops, I foster positive changes, guiding clients towards an optimistic lifestyle. Over years of practice, I've honed skills in creating connections, helping clients navigate challenges, and promoting higher well-being.
Life is complex, and emotional pain is unavoidable. As your therapist, I am here to support you in navigating these complexities. While occasional feelings of sadness or anxiety, and occasional conflicts, are normal, overwhelming or persistent emotional pain may signal deeper issues. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management issues, ongoing relationship problems, and persistent loneliness can indicate that we might need to do more inner work to heal. Psychotherapy helps us uncover the underlying causes of our problems, offering insights into why we experience difficulties and providing guidance on resolving them effectively
Life is complex, and emotional pain is unavoidable. As your therapist, I am here to support you in navigating these complexities. While occasional feelings of sadness or anxiety, and occasional conflicts, are normal, overwhelming or persistent emotional pain may signal deeper issues. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management issues, ongoing relationship problems, and persistent loneliness can indicate that we might need to do more inner work to heal. Psychotherapy helps us uncover the underlying causes of our problems, offering insights into why we experience difficulties and providing guidance on resolving them effectively
I know there are times when it feels as if you are sitting in a dark space, waiting for a glimpse of joy. You may be seeking it in your job, income, relationships, or a variety of other external sources; and yet, it seems unreachable. Growing up with several traumas and experiencing severe depression led me to seek my identity in a high profile title in society. As a lawyer with a Master’s degree, I was not happy. Then I faced the tragic loss of my beloved friend. This pain, shook my belief system: How could I live, despite life's difficulties? Life showed me that painful experiences will always open doors to new paths.
I know there are times when it feels as if you are sitting in a dark space, waiting for a glimpse of joy. You may be seeking it in your job, income, relationships, or a variety of other external sources; and yet, it seems unreachable. Growing up with several traumas and experiencing severe depression led me to seek my identity in a high profile title in society. As a lawyer with a Master’s degree, I was not happy. Then I faced the tragic loss of my beloved friend. This pain, shook my belief system: How could I live, despite life's difficulties? Life showed me that painful experiences will always open doors to new paths.
As an Experiential and Humanistic therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed space where clients can explore the deeper layers of their inner world and relationships.
My goal is to help individuals and groups connect with their authentic emotions, gain clarity about their experiences, and navigate their personal journey toward growth and healing.
I'm Experienced in treating depression, anxiety, self-image concerns, grief, loss, and life transitions.
As an Experiential and Humanistic therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed space where clients can explore the deeper layers of their inner world and relationships.
My goal is to help individuals and groups connect with their authentic emotions, gain clarity about their experiences, and navigate their personal journey toward growth and healing.
I'm Experienced in treating depression, anxiety, self-image concerns, grief, loss, and life transitions.
Dr. Araujo is a registered psychologist in BC, and BCIA Board Certified in Neurofeedback. She provides psychological and QEEG assessments and neurotherapy services for her clients. Her goal is to identify strengths, areas of dysfunction and improve mental health using neurofeedback as a treatment modality. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, autism, concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, depression, memory loss, PTSD/trauma, and sleep problems in adults and children. Neurofeedback and biofeedback can also be used to improve peak performance, meditation, heart rate variability, and lessen pain and inflammation in the brain.
Dr. Araujo is a registered psychologist in BC, and BCIA Board Certified in Neurofeedback. She provides psychological and QEEG assessments and neurotherapy services for her clients. Her goal is to identify strengths, areas of dysfunction and improve mental health using neurofeedback as a treatment modality. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, autism, concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, depression, memory loss, PTSD/trauma, and sleep problems in adults and children. Neurofeedback and biofeedback can also be used to improve peak performance, meditation, heart rate variability, and lessen pain and inflammation in the brain.
I help people to heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression so they can live with more ease, clarity, and confidence. Using EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support clients in moving beyond painful patterns.
Together, we work to transform emotional wounds into resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered on your path to lasting change.
I offer a compassionate and practical approach grounded in evidence-based methods. Whether you are struggling with disturbing past experiences, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck, I provide tools and insights to help you move forward.
I help people to heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression so they can live with more ease, clarity, and confidence. Using EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support clients in moving beyond painful patterns.
Together, we work to transform emotional wounds into resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered on your path to lasting change.
I offer a compassionate and practical approach grounded in evidence-based methods. Whether you are struggling with disturbing past experiences, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck, I provide tools and insights to help you move forward.
Maybe your relationship has started to feel more like work than a connection. Maybe you're in the middle of a life change you didn't plan for. Or maybe everything looks fine from the outside — but deep inside you know it isn't.
Maybe your relationship has started to feel more like work than a connection. Maybe you're in the middle of a life change you didn't plan for. Or maybe everything looks fine from the outside — but deep inside you know it isn't.
Welcome to my practice. I believe that every person has the capacity for change. Counselling helps us unearth our internal compass, also called our inner intelligence, intuition, or higher self, so that we can relearn how to trust ourselves again. This is important work. Together, I will help you develop your capacity to respond to life's circumstances and manage the discomfort that you are experiencing. Our pain, anxiety, sadness, love, and joy all have important information for us. They can reveal what is required of us to heal, grow, and even thrive.
Welcome to my practice. I believe that every person has the capacity for change. Counselling helps us unearth our internal compass, also called our inner intelligence, intuition, or higher self, so that we can relearn how to trust ourselves again. This is important work. Together, I will help you develop your capacity to respond to life's circumstances and manage the discomfort that you are experiencing. Our pain, anxiety, sadness, love, and joy all have important information for us. They can reveal what is required of us to heal, grow, and even thrive.
Living with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, stress, or trauma can quietly shape how you see yourself and your relationships. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling with self-doubt, or feeling overwhelmed by emotions. Often, these patterns are linked to early-life experiences, attachment wounds, or unmet emotional needs. My professional journey began supporting children with ASD and ADHD, where I developed a deep understanding of emotional development, attachment, and the lasting impact of early life experiences. I now support adults in exploring how these experiences shape emotional and relational patterns.
Living with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, stress, or trauma can quietly shape how you see yourself and your relationships. You may find yourself overthinking, struggling with self-doubt, or feeling overwhelmed by emotions. Often, these patterns are linked to early-life experiences, attachment wounds, or unmet emotional needs. My professional journey began supporting children with ASD and ADHD, where I developed a deep understanding of emotional development, attachment, and the lasting impact of early life experiences. I now support adults in exploring how these experiences shape emotional and relational patterns.
Accepting new clients in my practice -Sometimes it’s easier to say I’m fine – instead of admitting the truth, even to yourself. The truth might be that you are feeling sad or lonely. The truth might be that you are feeling insecure or hopeless. The truth might be that you are disappointed or hurt, anxious or maybe embarrassed. The truth might be that you are feeling ashamed. The truth might be that you are minimizing, avoiding or ignoring core parts of your identity. Maybe you have inadvertently locked yourself into what you think is socially acceptable?
Accepting new clients in my practice -Sometimes it’s easier to say I’m fine – instead of admitting the truth, even to yourself. The truth might be that you are feeling sad or lonely. The truth might be that you are feeling insecure or hopeless. The truth might be that you are disappointed or hurt, anxious or maybe embarrassed. The truth might be that you are feeling ashamed. The truth might be that you are minimizing, avoiding or ignoring core parts of your identity. Maybe you have inadvertently locked yourself into what you think is socially acceptable?
Many people carry pain from the past that still shapes how they feel and function today. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to gently explore what’s been holding you back and to help you find healing, clarity, and calm. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels safe and respectful, creating room for growth, self-understanding, and renewed hope.
Many people carry pain from the past that still shapes how they feel and function today. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to gently explore what’s been holding you back and to help you find healing, clarity, and calm. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels safe and respectful, creating room for growth, self-understanding, and renewed hope.
Welcome to Yaletown Counselling, where we provide compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families. Our dedicated team offers a safe and non-judgmental space to explore a variety of presenting problems. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, relationship issues, mental health, or family dynamics, we will help you navigate through difficult times to achieve positive change. With a client-centered approach, our Registered Clinical Counsellors tailor services to meet your unique needs, fostering growth, resilience, and well-being.
Welcome to Yaletown Counselling, where we provide compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families. Our dedicated team offers a safe and non-judgmental space to explore a variety of presenting problems. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, relationship issues, mental health, or family dynamics, we will help you navigate through difficult times to achieve positive change. With a client-centered approach, our Registered Clinical Counsellors tailor services to meet your unique needs, fostering growth, resilience, and well-being.
Over the course of over 35 years of working in the field of psychiatry I have seen stress levels reach epidemic proportions. My program teaches scientific and evidence based techniques to reset stress and anxiety. The effective skills I share with you teach you how to make shifts in your heart, brain, and nervous system, and develop a relaxed state of well-being. You will learn how to reduce stress and overwhelm and improve your physical health with simple techniques that rewire your mind for happiness.
Over the course of over 35 years of working in the field of psychiatry I have seen stress levels reach epidemic proportions. My program teaches scientific and evidence based techniques to reset stress and anxiety. The effective skills I share with you teach you how to make shifts in your heart, brain, and nervous system, and develop a relaxed state of well-being. You will learn how to reduce stress and overwhelm and improve your physical health with simple techniques that rewire your mind for happiness.
We work with individuals who may appear high-functioning on the outside, yet feels disconnected, overwhelmed, or internally conflicted on the inside. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, relational patterns, emotional reactivity or numbness, identity confusion, or the long-term effects of developmental or relational trauma.
Often, they’ve already tried to “think their way out” of their struggles. They understand themselves intellectually, but still feel stuck in their body, nervous system, or relationships. They may feel exhausted from holding it together, people-pleasing, or over-functioning.
We work with individuals who may appear high-functioning on the outside, yet feels disconnected, overwhelmed, or internally conflicted on the inside. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, relational patterns, emotional reactivity or numbness, identity confusion, or the long-term effects of developmental or relational trauma.
Often, they’ve already tried to “think their way out” of their struggles. They understand themselves intellectually, but still feel stuck in their body, nervous system, or relationships. They may feel exhausted from holding it together, people-pleasing, or over-functioning.
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